1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 193 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 616 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3650 mm |
